Sony - LinkBuds Fit
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"amazing to have... quality sound while gaming on PSP."
"the sound quality is mind blowing (to me at least!) ... wearing these at home has made me notice parts of tracks for the first time, even if it's something I've been listening to for years."
"So far really happy with the ... sound quality ... the xm5s (and now the fit buds since they have the same drivers as the xm5s) have been the highest quality buds I've used so far"
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"linkbud fits have been the best I've found for call quality (in reference to the person on the other end actually hearing me). ... I ran my tests for call quality in airports, on trams, trains, busy streets, noisy office environments and in the back of my facilities where we run large air compressors, impact tools, welders and there's always someone beating on something metal with something else made out of metal. The linkbud fits were the first pair of buds I came across where I didn't have to continuously repeat myself to my dedicated test subject, my wife."
"they're a great little set of noise cancelling ear buds"
"Linkbuds Fit definitely has better ANC"
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"fit 10/10"
"They sit tight ... They are tight and I never worry about them falling out"
"So far really happy with the fit ... I found that earbuds with wingtips like the pixel buds-A and now the Sony linkbuds fit stay in my ear the best."
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"amazing to have ANC while gaming on PSP."
"they're a great little set of noise cancelling ear buds"
"Linkbuds Fit definitely has better ANC"
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"They're not that expensive and honestly incredible. ... I've rarely been more impressed by headphones, let alone earbuds as I was by the Linkbuds S."
"it sounds great for the price. ... I still feel like it was worth the purchase"
"a cheaper alternative to the xm5 their flagship. ... cheaper price tag"
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"The mic is awful. Picks up more background noise than my actual voice. ... I get way better sound quality using my macbook mic in a relatively quiet cafe than with these."
"Microphone isn't all that good ... can randomly sound like I'm speaking in a toilet or a room with echo and voice isolation is not good, there is too much background pickup."
"I get told I sound like I'm in a empty hall. Lots of background noise etc."
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"the battery isssue is a disgrace. ... I had to replace the battery on mines a bit after 2 years."
"battery died completely after 2yrs"
"I had battery problems with LinkBuds S. On LinkBuds batteries died on both buds. ... This is shit batteries or bad firmware optimisation."
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"the battery isssue is a disgrace. ... I had to replace the battery on mines a bit after 2 years."
"battery died completely after 2yrs"
"I had battery problems with LinkBuds S. On LinkBuds batteries died on both buds. ... This is shit batteries or bad firmware optimisation."
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"I’ve had some Sony link buds s before that did pretty much the same thing. ... whenever im outside the audio cuts out or glitches. ... Most of the time this is on the aware mode. But i realized the other day that it happens on noise cancellation aswell. Less often but still happens. ... It’ll cut out with the slightest noise ( like the wind is barely blowing or a car drive by) ... I’m not even in that noisy of an environment. For example a single car will go by like every 10 minutes or so. ... Just getting fed up with the audio cutting out for a second or 2."
"random disconnects"
"with the sony the multipoint is hit & miss (unreliable)"
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"I had battery problems with LinkBuds S. On LinkBuds batteries died on both buds. ... This is shit batteries or bad firmware optimisation."
"battery issue killed them ... died Shirley after 1 year of use"
"I had battery problems with LinkBuds ... On LinkBuds battery died on right bud and on LinkBuds batteries died on both buds."
FewPhilosopher6890 1.0The Elite 8 Active 2s have a lot of issues. I had to file a warranty repair for them. They sent me a brand new pair but I sold it on eBay. This is despite the fact that the sound quality was exceptional and the wear comfort was unparalleled. For the list that you provided all options are great though I will give the edge to the LinkBuds. Also look into the Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro. The sound quality is 2nd to none and it does very well at the gym. The only issue with it is the case imo… it is a space helmet design which I’m still kinda getting used to and it is on the bigger side. All else I’m very satisfied with them.
Keavonnn 1.0I had the Pixel Buds A that came free with my Pixel 6a for a few years, and ticked all 3 boxes. I've since moved onto the newest Nothing Ear 2024 version and the sound quality is on another level. It's got the bonus of the hi-res audio LDAC codec which Pixels do support. And it supports Dolby Atmos and Sony 360 spatial audio despite seemingly no mention of it
Affectionate-Lab644 0.5I’ve got the same issue and I’m choosing the right model too. Here are options that match what you’re looking for: JLab JBuds Mini — among the tiniest (~3.3 g per bud); often a great fit for smaller ears. No ANC, but the ultra-compact shell means you’re unlikely to get rubbing. Soundcore A20i — very small (~25 × 19 × 16 mm, ~5.2 g per bud); comfy and inexpensive. No ANC, but they tend to fit almost any ear. Sony LinkBuds S (WF-LS900N) — lightweight (~4.8 g per bud) and one of the most comfortable with real ANC; small, rounded housing. If you want a quality sound + secure seal, this is the safest “premium” pick. Alternative: Sony LinkBuds Fit (WF-LS910N) — even more comfort-oriented. The Air Fitting Supporters distribute contact inside the outer ear (no hooks; they don’t interfere with glasses). If your left concha (the bowl of your outer ear) is very small, these can help spread pressure away from sensitive spots. (~4.9 g per bud). Sony WF-C700N / C710N — light (~4.6 g per bud on C700N), designed for small ears; ANC is decent. WF-C710N is the 2025 refresh with improved ANC/touch controls. Samsung Galaxy Buds2 — very small, rounded capsule; comfortable with good sound and competent ANC. (Not the FE.) ~5.0 g per bud; 17.0 × 20.9 × 21.1 mm.
Antique-State-4512 0.5I had heard link buds fit was the same driver as the xm5, apparently AI suggested that this is not true, if it can be believed. WF-1000XM5: Uses the full Dynamic Driver X for premium sound with deep bass, rich mids, and clear highs, delivering superior channel separation and detail. LinkBuds Fit: Also uses a Dynamic Driver X (8.4mm), providing excellent sound for its form factor, but the XM5 generally offers a richer, more detailed, and powerful audio experience. They sure sound excellent though but I was having a little issue with the seal with ANC. 35 bucks is a great deal!
Awesome thanks for the link, definitely picking 1 or 2 spares, my first pair were the jade green, they look nice.
atmine 0.5I upgraded a pair of cheap JBLs to Sony LinkBuds Fit and consider it money well spent.
AzupAshAcin 0.5I heard you are looking to wear them mostly in the gym. The Denon Perl pros are pretty huge but they have a wing tip to help them stay in place during workouts; so does the Momentum tws 4 but during my experience they don't stay as secure as the PerL pros. Also if you want a specific sports pair you can look at the Power beats fit which have sport wingtips. But they won't sound as good as the prior earbuds you mentioned. Also the Sony link buds fit are great for the gym but has 90 percent of the sound quality of the Sony Wf1000xm5.
beyondbase 0.5Same issue here. These should be $30 or less for it to be approaching a deal since they’ll be e-waste sooner than anyone would expect. The first generation Linkbuds Open also suffered the same problem for me. Now I have both the latest Linkbuds Fit and Linkbud Opens and I’m curious if they’ll suffer the same fate. Only bought them because I was able to get them from private sellers for like $40 a piece. I’ll never spend more than that on a pair of Sony earbuds because of those original Linkbuds experiences.
BillyShears17 0.5I have Sony LinkBuds Active and Sony Edge. They both work great!
Both_Candidate1662 0.5I'll join in the haters. I got these yesterday to replace some $80 Soundcore earbuds and by far prefer those ones. The mic is awful. Picks up more background noise than my actual voice. Using Krisp helps a bit. I use this with my macbook though, so the Sony app isn't here to help. I get way better sound quality using my macbook mic in a relatively quiet cafe than with these. Sound quality is nice but nothing to swoon over. Noise cancellation is constantly changing so there's a whooshing sound as it switches to match ambient noise. If you live anywhere urban this is insane - it just doesn't work. Defo taking these back.
Deathtohipsters_ 0.5Don’t get Sony linkbud fit. They didn’t even last a year with me.
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